Pharmacy Technician - Full Time - Aberdeen

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.50 - $29.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Join our fun, fast-paced hospital pharmacy environment with safe medication therapy at the heart of the work we do daily. Team based approach to daily tasks while experiencing a variety of experiences through the day. Department works to gear growth opportunities to allow technicians to perform at the top of their license with creating opportunities and support to obtain certification if desired.

Schedule consists of variety of 8 hour shifts:
-630AM-230PM
-8AM-430PM
-11AM-730PM Mon-Fri

or 10 hour shift 7AM-530PM Sat/Sun/Holidays)

Weekend rotation of working once every 5 weeks.

Summary

Prepare medications under the direction of a pharmacist. May measure, mix, count out, label, and record amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders. Additional duties as assigned as it related to the medication use process.

Job Description

In a medical center or institutional setting, the Pharmacy Technician duties consist of unit dose dispensing, IV admixtures, compounding and automated dispensing devices. Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and assists in resolution of equipment maintenance and repair. Responsible for assisting the pharmacist in the provision of pharmaceutical care to the patients of Sanford by following established regulations, standards and practices (including the preparation of IV admixtures). Must possess the skills necessary to understand written policies and procedures, perform various functions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and participate in departmental problem-solving when needed. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be able to learn and utilize new technology as the profession of pharmacy evolves. Assists with billing related functions. May assist with departmental quality assurance and other customer- or patient-focused services with oversight from supervisory staff; assists in the creation and maintenance of a safe working environment and conditions that adhere to state laws and regulations. Requires use of and proficiency in multiple computer programs. The Pharmacy Technician position is located in different work environments and duties may vary based upon location or setting; also depending on location, there may be an overlap of retail/inpatient responsibilities.

Qualifications

High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) required.


South Dakota: Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the SD Board of Pharmacy required within 30 days from the date of hire. As of September 12, 2024, the state of South Dakota requires technician certification in the following roles: A Technician Providing immunizations, a Technician working in a Remote Pharmacy, other advanced functions as approved per the Board

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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